AGENCY TESTIMONY
Current state and infrastructure needs of the Kingsbridge Armory
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Michelle Lamberti describes the Kingsbridge Armory's history and its current state, highlighting the extensive infrastructure needs of the building.
- The armory is a historic military facility constructed in 1917, located in the Bronx
- It lacks essential building systems, including plumbing, HVAC, and adequate electrical service
- The building has hazardous materials, a compromised envelope, and outdated windows
- Extensive work is needed to bring the building into good standing
Michelle Lamberti
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The Kingsbridge armory is a historic military facility located in the heart of the Kingsbridge Heights neighborhood of the Bronx and is one of the few remaining armories in the city.
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The armory was constructed in 1917, and much of the building is in its original condition.
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The armory lacks essential building systems, including plumbing, HVAC, life and fire safety, and does not have adequate electrical service and lighting.
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Based on previously studies, it's known there are hazardous materials located throughout the armory.
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The building envelope is not watertight.
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The roof is past its useful life, and the windows are damaged and did not adhere to current New York City energy standards.
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I say this all to to point out that there is extensive work that's needed just to bring this building into good standing, and we need every available dollar to do so.
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Restore New York funded if New York funding, if granted, would be used to address these critical infrastructure needs at the armory.